You don't have to save a chic chignon for the Homecoming dance—your first day back on campus is the perfect excuse to try a ladylike look. As Coco Chanel used to say, "You can be over dressed, but never over elegant."

While major winged eyeliner and scarlet lips might be a tad dramatic for the classroom, you can definitely serve up some Old Hollywood glamour with long, shiny curls. And if you really want to go all-out, pairing them with a red lip-stain is totally cool for school.

No straightener required—this low-key look is all about embracing your natural texture and will work for any length of hair. Simply swoop back your locks, secure with bobby pins, and you're all set for homeroom!

17 Celebrity-Approved Hairstyles for the First Day of School

From trendy braids to beautiful buns, these looks will help you nail your first-day 'do.

By now, you've given lots of thought to your back-to-school shopping list, like that trendy new backpack, must-have outerwear, and cute kicks. But while you're gearing up your closet for the new academic year, don't forget to revamp your hair, too! Having an arsenal of quick and easy styles in your repertoire means you'll always look super cool for homeroom—even on those dreaded mornings when you oversleep. With these celebrity-approved 'dos, you'll look first-day fresh the whole year through!